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You are cordially invited to attend the 2023 Scholarship Awards & Open House on Monday, June 26, 2023 at 7 p.m. via Zoom. Come and celebrate the incredible accomplishments of our community’s young adults and their pursuit of higher education.

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. Contact Jenn at the JASC office (jtrautvetter@jasc-chicago.org) with any questions or if you prefer to register over the phone call her at 773-275-0097 ext. 228.

Join Naomi Sensei and learn about Japanese summer celebrations and the Star Festival!

This one-hour pop-up class is full of engaging activities and fun for the whole family.

Cost is $18 for JASC members and $23 for non-members. Register by clicking here.

Children sitting on clouds and a rainbow listing to a book being read aloud to them.

Come to the JASC to hear Japanese stories read aloud at the Donguri Kai Summer Storytime on July 1 from 10:30 – 11:30 am. Fun for the whole family! Travel around the room to listen to multiple stories and collect stamps from each reader.

Donguri Kai students will read multiple preschool children’s books in Japanese to attendees. No registration needed. $10 per child suggested donation. You can pre-pay online through the JASC donation website with the memo Japanese Storytime (donate here) or pay at the event with cash, check, or electronically with your smartphone.

Email Kaori Tabion with questions at dongurikai@jasc-chicago.org.

July Japanese Conversation Table – Thursday, July 13, 2023

7月の日本語お話会は7月13日（木）です

開催日：毎月第２木曜日

開催時間：午後1:30から3:00まで

参加費：１人/１回5ドル

日本語で交流したい方へのお知らせです。（日本語の会話クラスではありません。）

普段あまりほかの方との交流のない方、一人でお住まいの方、思いっきり日本語でおしゃべりしてみませんか？楽しい話題や暮らしのアイデアを分け合い、ちょっとした悩みや不安など、皆で話し合えば解決法がでてくるかも知れません。いろいろなことを日本語で話し合い、英語社会で溜まったストレスを解消しましょう。

このプログラムに興味のある方、参加したいと思われる方は、Eメールで川口ケイclasses@jasc-chicago.org または電話：773-275-0097内線226, までご連絡ください。

Do you know a native Japanese speaker who would like to connect and socialize with other native Japanese speakers? Please note this is not a Japanese language class but rather a time for fellowship while speaking in fluent Japanese.

Date: Monthly, second Thursday, 1:30 pm to 3:00 pm

Cost: $5 per person, per session

JASC's Conversation Table welcomes everyone to share their experiences, ideas, and stories through social interaction, and offers an opportunity to expand their social networks with others in the local community.

If you know someone who would like to participate, please contact Kay Kawaguchi by email at classes@jasc-chicago.org or please call her at 773-275-0097 x 226 and leave a message to RSVP. Kay can answer any questions about the program in Japanese or in English.

JASC is located at 4427 N. Clark Street, Chicago, IL

Japanese language classes for adults at JASC. Rolling enrollment for all levels from beginner to advanced conversation.

Summer classes are available online and in-person. There’s the perfect one waiting for you. One free trial class can be taken. For more details click here. Contact Kay Kawaguchi at the JASC office, (773) 275-0097, ext. 226, or by email classes@jasc-chicago.org with any questions and for help determining which class is right for you.

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Chicago Northside Origami Group

There is a $5 fee per folder to be paid each time, and children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult (no charge for non-folding adults). Please bring paper for folding, and any models or books you would like to share.

All skill levels welcome!

For more information and future dates, please contact:

June Yamasaki, june.yamasaki@gmail.com

Please note, masks are required in all public areas of JASC.

Cost: $20/person

More Information: Contact Emi at asakawa.usa@gmail.com

Please click here for the flyer and order sheet.

Taiko Beginner Workshops

AIRMW Cultural Hub (4875 N Elston Ave. Chicago, IL 60630)

Payment due upon arrival. We accept Paypal / Venmo / Cash / Checks.

One Day Beginner Workshops

Saturday, June 24th | 5:30-7:00PM

($45/person)

Instructor: Tatsu Aoki

Minimum of 7 participants required for the workshop to proceed. Maximum of 20 participants.

Friday, July 14th | 5:30-7:00PM

($45/person)

Instructor: Kioto Aoki

Minimum of 7 participants required for the workshop to proceed. Maximum of 20 participants.

Night Out in the Parks 2023

Tsukasa Taiko is excited to be returning to the Chicago Park District's NOITP series this summer!

These events are free and open to the public.

Monday, July 3rd | Skinner Park | 6:00PM

1331 W Adams St. Chicago, IL 60606

Saturday, July 22nd | Ping Tom Memorial Park: Poetic Platforms | 1:00PM

1700 S Wentworth Ave. Chicago, IL 60616

Thursday, August 3rd | Mayfair Park | 6:00PM

4550 W Sunnyside Ave. Chicago, IL 60630

Monday, August 7th | Roberts Square Park | 6:00PM

5230 W Argyle St. Chicago, IL 60630

Friday, September 8th | Jensen Park | 5:30PM

4650 N Lawndale Ave. Chicago, IL 60625

Night Out in the Parks activates parks across the city with robust cultural events – bringing neighbors together to laugh, dance, sing, and engage. The Chicago Park District, in partnership with 100 local artists and organizations, presents engaging events and performances to amplify the artistic and cultural vibrancy of our city in every neighborhood and enhance quality of life across Chicago. Through theater, music, movies, dance, site-specific performances, nature programs, and community festivals, the series supports Chicago-based artists, facilitates community-based partnerships and programs, cultivates civic engagement, and ensures equity in access to the arts for all Chicagoans. To learn more about the Night Out in the Parks program, our history, and our mission, visit: About Night Out in the Parks.

This program is presented as part of the Chicago Park District's Night Out in the Parks. Arts programming in neighborhoods across the city advances the goals of the Chicago Park District and the Chicago Cultural Plan.

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Small prize items for Adult Day Service games & activities - toiletries (shampoo/conditioner/soap/toothpaste) are very popular
Staples, Amazon, or Target gift cards
Letter Size (8 1/2 x 11) Copy Paper

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